The incident happened at the WoodSpring Suites on Cityscape Avenue.New video shows woman being rescued from hostage situation at southeast Houston hotelRead full article: New video shows woman being rescued from hostage situation at southeast Houston hotel
Battle over Fort Bend County judge position erupts as officials challenge Daniel Wong's authorityDaniel Wong pushes back against claims he no longer has authority as Fort Bend County judgeRead full article: Daniel Wong pushes back against claims he no longer has authority as Fort Bend County judge
Sky 2 video shows the slowdown stretching along IH-69 Southwest Freeway, with traffic coming to a near standstill as crews respond to the scene.Orange-covered freeway: Spill closes lanes on Southwest Freeway near Bellaire for hoursRead full article: Orange-covered freeway: Spill closes lanes on Southwest Freeway near Bellaire for hours
People at a concert in HoustonLIST: No plans this weekend? Houston has you covered!Read full article: LIST: No plans this weekend? Houston has you covered!
Love Island.Love Island USA: Why Houston viewers are obsessed with the hit reality showRead full article: Love Island USA: Why Houston viewers are obsessed with the hit reality show
Renee Amber Fennel, 37, of Conroe, was arrested as a suspect after surveillance video showed a woman allegedly taking items from a west Houston cemetery mausoleum.Conroe woman arrested after cemetery mausoleum theft caught on camera, constable saysRead full article: Conroe woman arrested after cemetery mausoleum theft caught on camera, constable says
No description available‘I’m so scared’: Bodycam shows Conroe woman’s traffic stop escalate into arrestRead full article: ‘I’m so scared’: Bodycam shows Conroe woman’s traffic stop escalate into arrest
The man in his 70s was crossing the street with his wife after she finished work at a nearby restaurantElderly man killed in hit-and-run while crossing Airline DriveRead full article: Elderly man killed in hit-and-run while crossing Airline Drive
Houstonians gathered for an event outsideLIST: Got the cash? Houston has the events!Read full article: LIST: Got the cash? Houston has the events!
No description availableSupreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policyRead full article: Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policy
Three KPRC 2 Insiders will win IKEA gift cards to celebrate the opening of IKEA Webster.SponsoredKPRC 2 Insiders, Enter for a chance to win IKEA gift cards!Read full article: KPRC 2 Insiders, Enter for a chance to win IKEA gift cards!
KPRC 2 Insiders have 4 chances to win a $250 Kroger gift card.SponsoredKPRC 2 Insiders, here’s your chance to win a $250 Kroger gift card! Read full article: KPRC 2 Insiders, here’s your chance to win a $250 Kroger gift card!
Texans corner, returner Brandon Codrington at his second annual youth football campTexans corner Brandon Codrington tells his story at his youth football camp: ‘Believe in yourself’Read full article: Texans corner Brandon Codrington tells his story at his youth football camp: ‘Believe in yourself’
Harris County Commissioners Court on Thursday unanimously appointed Marcus Stuckett as the new executive director of the Harris County Flood Control District, making him the first African American to lead the agency.Harris County appoints Marcus Stuckett as new Flood Control District executive directorRead full article: Harris County appoints Marcus Stuckett as new Flood Control District executive director
The fire burned for more than 24 hoursAir Alliance Houston to hold news conference after massive Mammoth Metal Recycling fire in East HoustonRead full article: Air Alliance Houston to hold news conference after massive Mammoth Metal Recycling fire in East Houston
June 19, 2026: People out at the FIFA Fan Fest are taking steps to keep a bit cooler during Houston's extreme heat.Houston Weather: Summer Heat Settles In Through The End Of JuneRead full article: Houston Weather: Summer Heat Settles In Through The End Of June
Prestage plans to preside over Thursday's Commissioners Court meeting after dismissal of lawsuit that led to Wong's appointment following K.P. George's suspension.Fort Bend Commissioner Grady Prestage says Daniel Wong no longer has authority as interim county judgeRead full article: Fort Bend Commissioner Grady Prestage says Daniel Wong no longer has authority as interim county judge
The Cedar Hollow Ranch is missing a Giraffe named "Gracie".Missing Texas giraffe sparks social media posts from fire departments, schools and other agenciesRead full article: Missing Texas giraffe sparks social media posts from fire departments, schools and other agencies
The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) embarked on a project to install 1,615 window air conditioning (AC) units across three local housing projects, originally budgeting $2.3 million. However, the final cost ballooned to more than $5.4 million—leaving many questions about the use of public funds and who benefited from the extra costs.More than 6,000 applications submitted after Houston public housing waitlists reopenRead full article: More than 6,000 applications submitted after Houston public housing waitlists reopen
Broker says paperwork filed by Matthew Jackson and his company derailed a foreclosure sale and sparked a legal battle. Houston man linked to Gilley murder scene property dispute previously claimed to own $1.7M Memorial homeRead full article: Houston man linked to Gilley murder scene property dispute previously claimed to own $1.7M Memorial home
No description availableTensions with landowners rise as a raft of gas pipelines push through Texas propertiesRead full article: Tensions with landowners rise as a raft of gas pipelines push through Texas properties
No description availableSupreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policyRead full article: Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policy
No description availableThe U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?Read full article: The U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?
No description availableAs supporters praise Texas’ proposed “Judeo-Christian” curriculum, rabbis say it dismisses JudaismRead full article: As supporters praise Texas’ proposed “Judeo-Christian” curriculum, rabbis say it dismisses Judaism
No description availableMexican man dies in ICE custody in Laredo, at least the 20th fatality this yearRead full article: Mexican man dies in ICE custody in Laredo, at least the 20th fatality this year
No description availableCamp Mystic files for bankruptcy almost one year after deadly floodRead full article: Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy almost one year after deadly flood
Several Texas EquuSearch volunteers also scouring areaSearchers return to the ‘Texas Killing Fields’Read full article: Searchers return to the ‘Texas Killing Fields’
No description availableDozens of Texas counties working on plans to install flood warning sirensRead full article: Dozens of Texas counties working on plans to install flood warning sirens
70-year-old man convicted of 1977 murder has sentence reduced to lifeAfter half-century on death row, Houston man gets lifeRead full article: After half-century on death row, Houston man gets life
We’re asking viewers across the Houston area to send us their water bills and a brief description of their concerns so we can look for patterns, ask officials for answers, and continue reporting on water billing problems in their communities.Think your water bill is wrong? KPRC 2 Investigates is collecting Houston-area billsRead full article: Think your water bill is wrong? KPRC 2 Investigates is collecting Houston-area bills
David Northern’s Flint Housing Commission contract, Houston Housing Authority controversy raise new accountability questionsHe wasted millions in Houston. Now he’s running Flint’s housing authority — and making more money than everRead full article: He wasted millions in Houston. Now he’s running Flint’s housing authority — and making more money than ever
The suspected gunman8 years after the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, families still searching for answers, accountabilityRead full article: 8 years after the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, families still searching for answers, accountability
Neglected home has been unlivable for over a decade, 2 Helps You working to finally have dilapidated home addressed 2 Helps You: Fort Bend County residents tired of neglected eyesore impacting their community without accountabilityRead full article: 2 Helps You: Fort Bend County residents tired of neglected eyesore impacting their community without accountability
Dr. Parthiv Mehta holding third annual complimentary care event 2 Helps You: Spring dentist impacting community with $100K in free dental care SaturdayRead full article: 2 Helps You: Spring dentist impacting community with $100K in free dental care Saturday
The issue first came to 2 Helps You through a request from residents asking for help with a sidewalk that had been neglected and in poor condition for years.Dangerous Galveston sidewalk repaired days after KPRC 2 Helps You report; more hazards we uncovered under review Read full article: Dangerous Galveston sidewalk repaired days after KPRC 2 Helps You report; more hazards we uncovered under review
What started as a simple birdhouse has become a symbol of one young Scout’s extraordinary achievement. Ravi Maini contacted 2 Helps You to share the story of his son, Jaanav Maini, who has become one of the youngest Eagle Scouts in Texas history.2 Helps You: At 12-years-old, he’s an Eagle Scout leaving a lasting mark in his communityRead full article: 2 Helps You: At 12-years-old, he’s an Eagle Scout leaving a lasting mark in his community
After Isabel Tristan waited 3 years for a monument to honor her grandfather, 2 Helps You showed up with a solution2 Helps You: Brookshire woman waits 3 years for $75 commemorative brick that doesn’t existRead full article: 2 Helps You: Brookshire woman waits 3 years for $75 commemorative brick that doesn’t exist
For years, some elderly residents near the 2800 block of 61st Street in Galveston have been forced into a dangerous choice: navigate a badly damaged sidewalk or walk in a 40-mph street.Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involvedRead full article: Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involved
FILE - David Clayton-Thomas of "Blood, Sweat and Tears" performs during one of several tailgate parties prior to the Texas A&M-Utah game on Sept. 2, 2004, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Douglas C. Pizac, File)22 minutes agoDavid Clayton-Thomas, powerhouse lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies at 84Read full article: David Clayton-Thomas, powerhouse lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies at 84
Harvey Weinstein appears in Manhattan Supreme Court Thursday, June 25, 2026 in New York. (Steven Hirsch/New York Post via AP, Pool)7 minutes agoHarvey Weinstein's New York rape charge dropped after accuser says she can't endure a fourth trialRead full article: Harvey Weinstein's New York rape charge dropped after accuser says she can't endure a fourth trial
Luke Boorady, of the White House Historical Association, arranges a suite of four interrelated paintings by Norman Rockwell titled, "So You Want to See the President!" at the association's offices Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/John McDonnell)Norman Rockwell people-watched in the West Wing lobby. Now those sketches are on public displayRead full article: Norman Rockwell people-watched in the West Wing lobby. Now those sketches are on public display
No description availableThe cast of Netflix’s ‘I Will Find You’ talks bringing the bestselling thriller to lifeRead full article: The cast of Netflix’s ‘I Will Find You’ talks bringing the bestselling thriller to life
No description availableWWE star Braun Strowman chats season 2 of ‘Everything On The Menu’Read full article: WWE star Braun Strowman chats season 2 of ‘Everything On The Menu’
No description availableMeet Yassine Cheuko, personal bodyguard to soccer superstar Lionel MessiRead full article: Meet Yassine Cheuko, personal bodyguard to soccer superstar Lionel Messi
No description availableThe U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?Read full article: The U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?
This photo provided by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration shows pills containing fentanyl which were seized by the DEA in New Mexico, on April 28, 2025. (DEA via AP)New Mexico governor calls for criminal probe of DEA allowing fentanyl shipments to hit streetsRead full article: New Mexico governor calls for criminal probe of DEA allowing fentanyl shipments to hit streets
FILE - The U.S. Department of Justice logo is seen on a podium before a news conference, May 4, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson, File)Judge temporarily blocks subpoenas in criminal probe of transgender care at New York hospitalsRead full article: Judge temporarily blocks subpoenas in criminal probe of transgender care at New York hospitals
No description availableThe U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?Read full article: The U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?
Residents walk among the rubble of building damaged in earthquakes the previous day in Catia La Mar, Venezuela, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Pedro Mattey)8 minutes agoVenezuelans search rubble for survivors after 2 strong quakes kill at least 188Read full article: Venezuelans search rubble for survivors after 2 strong quakes kill at least 188
No description availableAs supporters praise Texas’ proposed “Judeo-Christian” curriculum, rabbis say it dismisses JudaismRead full article: As supporters praise Texas’ proposed “Judeo-Christian” curriculum, rabbis say it dismisses Judaism
Filing comes nearly a year after deadly floods sparked multiple lawsuitsCamp Mystic files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after Texas Hill Country Flood lawsuitsRead full article: Camp Mystic files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after Texas Hill Country Flood lawsuits
Saharan DustSaharan dust is back! How it will impact traveling, hurricanes, air quality, and sunsets in TexasRead full article: Saharan dust is back! How it will impact traveling, hurricanes, air quality, and sunsets in Texas
The long-awaited new facility finally has a release date.Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announces plans to build new facilityRead full article: Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announces plans to build new facility
“It’s the largest facilities investment in the rodeo’s 95-year history.”Houston Rodeo chairman details vision for $300 million expansion, says Reliant Park remains organization’s homeRead full article: Houston Rodeo chairman details vision for $300 million expansion, says Reliant Park remains organization’s home
Matthew Jackson was arrested for trespassing at a southeast Houston crime scene last year. Now his name is on paperwork claiming ownership of the home where Lee Gilley allegedly killed his pregnant wife.1 day agoMan who moved into a Houston homicide scene last year is now claiming ownership of the Gilley murder homeRead full article: Man who moved into a Houston homicide scene last year is now claiming ownership of the Gilley murder home
Cy-Fair ISDCypress-Fairbanks ISD approves $1.2 billion budget amid $80.9 million projected deficitRead full article: Cypress-Fairbanks ISD approves $1.2 billion budget amid $80.9 million projected deficit
Neglected home has been unlivable for over a decade, 2 Helps You working to finally have dilapidated home addressed 2 Helps You: Fort Bend County residents tired of neglected eyesore impacting their community without accountabilityRead full article: 2 Helps You: Fort Bend County residents tired of neglected eyesore impacting their community without accountability
The Airbnb logo over the skyline of Houston.Airbnb activates anti-party technology in Houston ahead of Fourth of July, World Cup crowdsRead full article: Airbnb activates anti-party technology in Houston ahead of Fourth of July, World Cup crowds
Make sure your pets are staying cool this summer! Keep them hydrated and make sure the ground they are standing on isn't too hot!Protect your dog’s paws: Learn the 7-second test for hot pavementRead full article: Protect your dog’s paws: Learn the 7-second test for hot pavement
An active search for the suspect and vehicle was underway following the incident.1 day agoPolice searching for driver after Sugar Land officer injured during traffic stopRead full article: Police searching for driver after Sugar Land officer injured during traffic stop
Halle Neely was riding her electric scooter without a helmet when she crashed1 day agoTeen survives traumatic brain injury after e-scooter crash, urges others to wear helmetsRead full article: Teen survives traumatic brain injury after e-scooter crash, urges others to wear helmets
A spoonful of ranch dressing in Phoenix, Wednesday, April 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Dario Lopez-Mills)1 day agoFIFA World Cup fans’ obsession with ranch dressing prompts TSA warningRead full article: FIFA World Cup fans’ obsession with ranch dressing prompts TSA warning
FireFire reveals missing permits at Houston recycling plantRead full article: Fire reveals missing permits at Houston recycling plant
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - NOVEMBER 30: C.J. Stroud #7 of the Houston Texans meets with offensive coordinator Nick Caley in the fourth quarter against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 30, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)1 day agoWhere Texans’ Nick Caley sees ‘growth’ from overhauled offense, emphasis on playing fasterRead full article: Where Texans’ Nick Caley sees ‘growth’ from overhauled offense, emphasis on playing faster
No description available1 day agoFamily of woman killed after Tesla crashes into Katy home sues Tesla and driverRead full article: Family of woman killed after Tesla crashes into Katy home sues Tesla and driver
June 19, 2026: People out at the FIFA Fan Fest are taking steps to keep a bit cooler during Houston's extreme heat.Houston Weather: Summer Heat Settles In Through The End Of JuneRead full article: Houston Weather: Summer Heat Settles In Through The End Of June
Fire1 day agoMammoth Metal Recycling leaves East Houston residents wondering what’s in the airRead full article: Mammoth Metal Recycling leaves East Houston residents wondering what’s in the air
Human trafficking has grown into a global criminal enterprise worth an estimated $526 billion1 day agoHouston anti-trafficking groups ramp up awareness efforts ahead of FIFA World Cup crowdsRead full article: Houston anti-trafficking groups ramp up awareness efforts ahead of FIFA World Cup crowds
For the first time since a massive fire tore through a Houston recycling facility, the managing director of Mammoth Metal Recycling is speaking publicly.1 day agoMammoth Metal Recycling managing director speaks out for first time after East End fireRead full article: Mammoth Metal Recycling managing director speaks out for first time after East End fire
A screenshot from the bodycam (left), footage of the suspect (bottom left), Deputy Zepeda being released from hospital (right)2 days ago‘Stop the bleeding’: Body camera footage shows moment deputy was shot during gunfight at Humble apartment complexRead full article: ‘Stop the bleeding’: Body camera footage shows moment deputy was shot during gunfight at Humble apartment complex
June 19, 2026: People out at the FIFA Fan Fest are taking steps to keep a bit cooler during Houston's extreme heat.1 day agoHouston Weather: Summer Heat Settles In Through The End Of JuneRead full article: Houston Weather: Summer Heat Settles In Through The End Of June
Martha Avila was killed last week after the driver of a Tesla Model 3 reported being in automated driving mode when car hit house1 day agoNo mechanical malfunction found so far in Tesla that killed 76-year-old woman after crashing into Katy home, HCSO saysRead full article: No mechanical malfunction found so far in Tesla that killed 76-year-old woman after crashing into Katy home, HCSO says
Mammoth Metal Recycling leaders also face federal fraud charges tied to $53 million COVID relief scheme2 days agoHouston recycling company had history of illegal burning citations before massive fireRead full article: Houston recycling company had history of illegal burning citations before massive fire
No description available1 day agoTexas family says World Cup dream was crushed after StubHub tickets fell through hours before matchRead full article: Texas family says World Cup dream was crushed after StubHub tickets fell through hours before match
FILE - The Houston skyline overlooks the Buffalo Bayou as it snakes its' way into downtown April 18, 2014. (AP Photo/Pat Sullivan, File)1 day agoHouston, Austin in consideration for NHL expansion franchiseRead full article: Houston, Austin in consideration for NHL expansion franchise
Prairieland Detention Center in Dallas, TX1 day agoLeader of Texas Antifa group behind terrorist attack on Dallas ICE facility sentenced to 100 Years in prisonRead full article: Leader of Texas Antifa group behind terrorist attack on Dallas ICE facility sentenced to 100 Years in prison
Emlyee Thai Mugshot for FBI Most Wanted list2 days agoHouston woman connected to $100M health care fraud case added to FBI’s Most Wanted Fraudsters ListRead full article: Houston woman connected to $100M health care fraud case added to FBI’s Most Wanted Fraudsters List
The annual sales event officially kicks off on Tuesday 2 days agoAmazon Prime Day begins: Here’s how shoppers can find the best dealsRead full article: Amazon Prime Day begins: Here’s how shoppers can find the best deals
Generic prison - lightbox KPRC2 days agoMan charged with killing woman he was dating at southwest Houston apartment complex Read full article: Man charged with killing woman he was dating at southwest Houston apartment complex